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Deployed Resiliency Counselor

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations
CNRJ Commander Fleet Activities Sasebo N91
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Summary

**This is a reannouncement for FFR24-0206, Deployed Resiliency Counselor. Previous applicants will need to re-apply**
The Deployed Resiliency Counselor (DRC) serves as a credentialed clinical counselor, assigned to support a Nuclear Powered Aircraft Carrier (CVN) or Large Deck Amphibious Assault Ship/ Landing Helicopter Assault Ship (LHD/LHA) Command, deploying with the ship that they are assigned to, and providing support services to deployed forces aboard the ship while afloat and at homeport.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
05/10/2024 to 05/24/2024
Salary
$96,770 to - $96,770 per year

Plus non-taxable post allowance and living quarters allowance, if eligible. Retention bonus may be authorized.

Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Sasebo Naval Base, Japan
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
76% or greater - This position includes duty embarked on a Navy ship assigned to Sasebo, Japan.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
4
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
FFR24-0206A
Control number
780374900

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Duties

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The primary purpose of the position is to provide professional short-term, solution-focused individual and group counseling for commonly occurring life situations and education on resiliency/wellness topics in a shipboard environment, throughout a ship's lifecycle (pier-side, shipyard maintenance, "work-ups" and deployments). The incumbent will also serve as a liaison to the homeport Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC), providing immediate sexual assault response and coordination to allegations of sexual assault.The success of this position is based on the incumbent's ability to successfully embed within the command and operate within a shipboard environment.

  • The DRC actively engages crew members in various resiliency programs in order to ensure highest level of crew readiness for complex missions at sea.
  • The DRC serves as a liaison to the homeport Family Advocacy Program (FAP) and provides safety assessment, safety planning, triage, and treatment for allegations of alleged child or domestic abuse.
  • The DRC assesses and triages clients presenting with a risk of harm to self or others, with appropriate referral to the nearest behavioral health provider.
  • The DRC provides Sailor Assistance and Intercept for Life (SAIL) case management including: assessment, safety planning, and care coordination for active duty personnel with suicide related behavior.
  • The DRC participates in Command Resiliency Team (CRT) initiatives, aiding and providing insight into active duty wellness programs.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check to include Child Care National Agency Check and Inquiry (CNACI) background check.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen; must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • Due to the unique nature of the position, selectee will be required to complete a physical examination upon entry to duty and annually thereafter and be determined to be physical fit for shipboard duty at all times.
  • The incumbent will be required to deploy at sea on board US Navy ships. Deployment lengths will vary from a few days to over 10 months at a time. The incumbent will receive a deployment differential of 40% of her/his salary while deployed.
  • The work schedule while deployed will vary depending on requirements. The incumbent will be on call 24 hours a day while deployed for crisis intervention situations.
  • At sea, the incumbent shares a stateroom in officer berthing; meals are in the Officers' Wardroom and are billed monthly.
  • Must complete DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification within six months of hire.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours worked per week. Additionally, you must include your licensure number on your resume. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

Must be Tier III qualified in accordance with SECNAVINST 1754.8 requirements. This includes:

  • Possession of a current, valid, unrestricted license or certification that provides legal authority to provide clinical services as an independent practitioner in the fields of Social Work, Psychology or Marriage and Family Therapy, or Licensed Professional Counselor/Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
  • Possession of a masters or doctoral degree in one of the following disciplines:
    • Marriage and Family Therapy from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE) or an equivalent degree.
    • Social Work from a school accredited by Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or an equivalent degree.
    • Counseling and Related Education Program (CACREP) or an equivalent degree.
    • Psychology from a doctoral program approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) or an equivalent degree.
  • Have engaged in 2 years (includes at least 2,000 hours), of full-time, post-masters supervised clinical experience.
  • Have engaged in two years or 2,000 hours post licensure full-time clinical experience in a clinical setting.

The following documents are required and must be submitted with application:

  • Transcripts (Must contain university logo, can be a copy)
  • State Licensure or Certification

Education

**Must provide a copy of your College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) when you apply.**

Possess one of the following degrees:

(1) Master's degree from a program accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs or an equivalent degree.

(2) Master's degree from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education or an equivalent degree.

(3) Master's degree in Social Work from a graduate school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or an equivalent degree.

(4) Doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited university or professional school and a 1-year APA accredited clinical internship.

Note: Your degree must be from an accredited college recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Additional information

  • Employees (and family members) who require medical or dental care in the overseas location will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.
  • Incentives such as relocation, recruitment and retention bonuses may be authorized in accordance with applicable laws and instructions.
  • This position receives Afloat Differential Pay: 40% of basic pay for each day embarked on a ship deployed away from its homeport.
  • The Counseling, Advocacy and Prevention (CAP) Supervisor, located at the homeport Fleet and Family Support Center will be responsible to provide clinical supervision and oversee peer review of the DRC while they are deployed and at the homeport.
  • Return rights for current employees must be negotiated with the losing command. Candidates not associated with the Department of Defense are ineligible for return rights.
  • Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable).
  • Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period.
  • Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required. Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education.
  • Selectees initially recruited from the United States or who are already on a Transportation Agreement will be entitled to transportation and moving costs for themselves and their family members. Household goods may be shipped and a housing allowance is paid to cover monthly housing and utility costs.
  • Compensation includes base pay, a Post Allowance which is a non-taxable (federal) allowance based on the Japanese yen exchange rate, and a Living Quarters Allowance sufficient to pay for a housing unit within close proximity of the Naval base. You may also ship or store your household goods. These and other benefits are available to those personnel hired on an overseas transportation agreement.
  • The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to ffr_nafrecruitment@us.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualifications:

  • Tier III qualifications in accordance with SECNAVINST 1754.8 requirements. This includes:
    • Possession of a current, valid, unrestricted license or certification that provides legal authority to provide clinical services as an independent practitioner in the fields of Social Work, Psychology or Marriage and Family Therapy, or Licensed Professional Counselor/Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
    • Possession of a masters or doctoral degree in one of the following disciplines:
      • Marriage and Family Therapy from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE) or an equivalent degree.
      • Social Work from a school accredited by Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or an equivalent degree.
      • Counseling and Related Education Program (CACREP) or an equivalent degree.
      • Psychology from a doctoral program approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) or an equivalent degree.
    • Have engaged in two (2) years of full-time, post-masters supervised clinical experience.
    • Have engaged in two years or 2,000 hours post licensure full-time clinical experience in a clinical setting.
Applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for:
  • Years of experience in applying various counseling approaches e.g. behavior modification, client-centered, rational-emotive, family systems, brief solution-focused, and reality therapies
  • Years of experience in responding to allegations of family violence, assess safety concerns and providing needed services
  • Years of experience in responding to allegations of sexual assault
  • Experience in preparing and presenting briefs, presentations, and training
  • Years of experience in clinical documentation using an electronic records system such as FFSMIS

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.

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